Kitchen Supervisor

Maki & Ramen; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team meals

Tips included

Friendly environment

Job summary

Maki & Ramen is seeking an experienced Kitchen Supervisor to support the management team in running busy kitchen operations. You will lead the kitchen during service, maintain high standards of food quality and presentation, and help train staff.

This role offers 40–45 hours per week, negotiable shifts, and a competitive pay rate with tips. If you thrive under pressure and are passionate about teamwork and excellent hospitality, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Minimum supervisory kitchen experience in a busy hospitality environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Good understanding of food hygiene, kitchen safety, and allergen procedures.
• Ability to maintain high food quality and presentation during busy service periods.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring smooth, organised, and efficient operations.
• Lead, motivate, and guide the kitchen team during service to maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented according to Maki & Ramen recipes and standards.
• Coordinate closely with the front-of-house team to ensure efficient service and a positive guest experience.
• Assist with staff training, onboarding, and ongoing development of kitchen team members.
• Maintain excellent standards of kitchen cleanliness, organisation, and food storage.
• Help monitor stock levels, deliveries, portion control, wastage, and kitchen procedures.
• Support ordering, stock rotation, and inventory management where required.
• Ensure food preparation and service areas are properly set up before and maintained throughout service.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health & safety requirements, food hygiene standards, and allergen procedures.
• Support the management team in maintaining a positive, productive, and professional kitchen environment.

Skills

Supervisory kitchen experience

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Food hygiene knowledge

Allergen procedures

Teamwork

Job description

Pay Rate: £13 - £13.50 per hour (typical earnings up to £16 p/h with tips)

Hours/Schedule: 40-45 per week (hours are negotiable)

Role: Kitchen Supervisor

Commencement Date: ASAP

Be part of something new – join Maki & Ramen

We’re Maki & Ramen — a vibrant Japanese-inspired dining concept known for fresh sushi, flavourful ramen, and warm, welcoming hospitality. With a focus on quality ingredients, great food, and a relaxed but energetic atmosphere, we aim to create a memorable experience for every guest.

Maki & Ramen is looking for an experienced and motivated Kitchen Supervisor to support the management team in leading our kitchen operations. This is a great opportunity to take on a leadership role, help maintain excellent food quality and kitchen standards, and contribute to a positive team culture in a busy, fast-paced restaurant environment.

If you’re passionate about food, thrive under pressure, and enjoy leading a kitchen team to deliver consistently high-quality dishes, we’d love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring smooth, organised, and efficient operations.
• Lead, motivate, and guide the kitchen team during service to maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented according to Maki & Ramen recipes and standards.
• Coordinate closely with the front-of-house team to ensure efficient service and a positive guest experience.
• Assist with staff training, onboarding, and ongoing development of kitchen team members.
• Maintain excellent standards of kitchen cleanliness, organisation, and food storage.
• Help monitor stock levels, deliveries, portion control, wastage, and kitchen procedures.
• Support ordering, stock rotation, and inventory management where required.
• Ensure food preparation and service areas are properly set up before and maintained throughout service.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health & safety requirements, food hygiene standards, and allergen procedures.
• Support the management team in maintaining a positive, productive, and professional kitchen environment.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a supervisory, senior chef, or similar kitchen role within a busy hospitality environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Good understanding of food hygiene, kitchen safety, and allergen procedures.
• Ability to maintain high food quality and consistency during busy service periods.
• Ability to work efficiently and remain organised in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• A positive, proactive attitude with a passion for food and teamwork.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and busy service periods.

As part of our team, you will receive a motivated and friendly working environment, delicious team meals, and a competitive salary + tips.

What are you waiting for? Join us today!